Planning a trip to the north eastern city of Guwahati

Guwahati is an ancient sprawling city in the state of Assam and is amongst the biggest urban centres in the northeast. If you are planning a trip to the cultural city of Guwahati then you can book flights on the Paytm app or its website. There are multiple Baroda to Guwahati flights available at Paytm at great prices. At Paytm you get fabulous deals , discounts and offers on flight booking regularly which can help you to procure cheap Baroda to Guwahati flights. With Paytm you also get the option of online air ticket booking from the comfort of your homes.

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About Baroda airport

The Baroda airport is located in the northeast of Baroda and is a major airport in the state of Gujarat. Flights from Baroda go to various parts of the country including major metros. The airport has a domestic terminal that handles domestic flights only. The airport has all the necessary amenities such as food court , ATM , medical aid and information desk for the flying passengers. These days there are various flights that offer you the option of online web check-in which helps you to save time immensely.

Touchdown in the city of Guwahati

Guwahati is a metropolitan city and a bustling urban centre with a population in excess of 1.8 million people. It is the biggest city in the state of Assam as well as the Northeast region. It is one of the primary hubs for shopping as well as business and it attracts visitors from across the North east and even Eastern Bhutan. The Brahmaputra river is one of the focal points of the city whereas the lavish hills of Shillong Plateau offer flourishing backdrop to the suburbs of Guwahati.

There has been an inadequate investment which has affected the infrastructure in the city however in recent times there has been a boom in the construction business which has led to a spate of shopping malls and complexes. This has added a touch of premium feel to the city.

Quick facts about Guwahati

• Language: Assamese is the official language of Guwahati.
• Altitude: Guwahati is located 180.4 feet above sea level.
• Area: The area of Guwahati is 328 square km.
• Weather: Guwahati has warm weather. The hottest month in Guwahati is July/August with the highest temperatures of 33 and 34 degree Celsius respectively. The coldest month is January with the lowest temperature of 11 degree Celsius.
• Best time to visit: The best time to visit Guwahati is during the winter between November and February.
• Literacy rate: The literacy rate of Guwahati is 88.5% according to a recent survey.

Top places to visit in Guwahati

Guwahati has some great places of tourist interest. Some of those are listed below

Uma Nanda temple: It is an ancient temple that was built in the 17th century. The temple is located on the river island of picturesque Brahmaputra. You can hire a motorboat for a measly price to get to the temple and get back on the same boat. The island also serves as a sanctuary for the endangered population of the Langurs. There is also the Ganesh temple on this island which can be explored by walking on foot.

Assam state museum: The Assam state museum is situated to the south of Dighali pukhuri tank. The museum was founded in the year 1940 and was taken over by the state government in 1953. The museum has different sections and categories that include sculptures , crafts , natural history , epigraphy , miscellaneous , anthropology and folk art. If you love different historical artefacts then this museum is a great place to visit.

Accoland amusement park: The Accoland amusement park is located at an hours' drive from the heart of the city. The park has multiple slides , games and swimming pools. The Accoland amusement park is the biggest waterpark in the entire Northeast of India.

Transportation in Guwahati

Guwahati has an efficient transport system with both public and private transport available for the people. Here you can find buses , taxis , autos and motorbikes on rent. There are also private cabs that can be hired as per your requirements. You can also enjoy cruise and ferries in the Brahmaputra river.

About Guwahati airport

The Guwahati airport also known as the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi international airport is the chief international airport for the north eastern region of India. The airport is located at a distance of 28 km from Guwahati. Since it handles both international and domestic flights it is one of the busiest airports in the country.